Beyond Money Management: A Behavioral Framework for Teaching Financial Independence

• By: Dr. Rebecca Gonzales, PhD, BCBA-D, LBA Ball State University Dr. Stephanie Hajtun, PhD, BCBA-D, LBA Bay Path University
• September 25th, 2026
• autism education, behavioral skills training, budgeting, consumer awareness, financial independence, generalization, self-management
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Financial independence encompasses far more than the ability to make purchases or count money. Although these are important foundational skills, financial independence may involve a broad repertoire of behaviors that enable individuals to make informed decisions, solve problems, make choices, and...